Duck Key Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Duck Key

Ron Brack
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 18 hours ago

We've been waiting for the big girls to show up and they have . We're seeing the best trout fishing so far this year. We're also seeing some very nice snapper as well .

Ron Brack Islamorada, Florida Reported: 18 hours ago

We've been waiting for the big girls to show up and they have . We're seeing the best trout fishing so far this year. We're also seeing some very nice snapper as well .

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Jason Calhoun
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 23 hours ago

We have been mixing it up offshore and nearshore

Jason Calhoun Key Largo, Florida Reported: 23 hours ago

We have been mixing it up offshore and nearshore

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Dustin Hansel with Key Largo Sportfishing
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

We've had a great week. yesterday we caught a 51.31lb Bull Mahi with plenty other schoolies to go with him! We also went out Sunday and released a blue marlin with some mahi, yellowtail, and some tuna.

Dustin Hansel with Key Largo Sportfishing Key Largo, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

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Nick Siciliano
Port Orange, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

Here's a couple from last 3 days

Nick Siciliano Port Orange, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

Here's a couple from last 3 days

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Michael Belcher
Port Orange, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Mangrove Snapper. The most realistic edible " keeper". 10 inch minimum and 5 apiece. White flaky meat with no pungent taste. Easy to catch on live shrimp utilizing a Carolina ( sliding) sinker rig.

Michael Belcher Port Orange, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

Mangrove Snapper.
The most realistic edible " keeper".
10 inch minimum and 5 apiece.
White flaky meat with no pungent taste.
Easy to catch on live shrimp utilizing a Carolina ( sliding) sinker rig.

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Larry Wren
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

The snapper bites been phenomenal on a medium days. We've been tuna fishing with a limit every time. Goliath was released, unharmed

Larry Wren Islamorada, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

The snapper bites been phenomenal on a medium days. We've been tuna fishing with a limit every time.

Goliath was released, unharmed

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Tom Kasprzak
Big Pine Key, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

The yellow tail bite has been on fire lots of limits and bigger fish at the reef we have been catching grouper in the mix as well as mackerel inshore the mangrove snapper bite has been strong especially around the bridges and inshore wrecks

Tom Kasprzak Big Pine Key, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

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Timothy Russell
Port Orange, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Spring has sprung! Water is heating up and so is the fishing. Offshore has been the ticket to some quality fish.

Timothy Russell Port Orange, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Spring has sprung! Water is heating up and so is the fishing. Offshore has been the ticket to some quality fish.

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Fantastic birthday trip fishing with captain nick. Great fishing with the family.
Nathan M. | April 30, 2026

Trip: Flats Fishing
★★★★★
Great day with Ken! Had a blast kept us in the fish all day long. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Will definitely be booking him again on our next trip.
Brian L. | April 29, 2026

Trip: Islamorada Fishing
★★★★★
We went out on a day when weather conditions were less than ideal and honestly I wasn’t sure we’d see much action at all. Despite the conditions, Captain Bill’s fishing and boat knowledge kept us in the game. The highlight of the trip was catching a 140lb lb Tarpon, the fight of a lifetime. If you are looking for a local guide who knows his craft, works hard, and has an easy to talk to personality, I would highly recommend Captain Bill.
Joe S. | April 28, 2026

Trip: Top Notch Tarpon Trips
★★★★★
Had a wonderful time. Chris our guide was the best! He knew what he was doing and really went out of his way to accommodate us. Will definitely be using the service again!
Jason M. | April 22, 2026

Trip: Islamorada Live Action Fishing
★★★★★
Great guide. Awesome boat. Aways enjoy fishing for tarpon.
George L. | April 21, 2026

Trip: Top Notch Tarpon Trips
★★★★★
Captain Pete was fun and professional. A third generation backwater captain knows the secret spots and how to catch fish even in imperfect windy conditions. Capt Pete was putting us on the fish. We hooked up on tarpon, specs and a big ole 7 ft nurse shark too. Fully recommend! Urban Cowgill April 2026
Jeffrey C. | April 15, 2026

Trip: Flats Backcountry Quest
★★★★★
He was great! Had a good time put us on fish we had dinner for three nights. Lots of fun. Thank you I will definitely rebook.
Edward D. | April 9, 2026

Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore
★★★★★
Great salt water flat fishing. On grouper, Snook , and speckled trout. Eric is a great guide highly recommend.
Jacob V. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Back Country Bonanza
★★★★★
Capt. Ron was a true professional. He called me the morning of our departure to ensure we were still interested in the fishing trip since the weather was not fantastic (high winds). He provided details about the length of time to travel to/from the fishing spot and conditions while fishing. When we arrived (earlier than scheduled departure time) he was ready and willing to get started early. He put us on the fish and showed us how to cast and catch. We caught so may fish we could not take time to take pictures (except the few attached). It was an awesome experience and hope to book with Ron next time we are in Islamorada. 10 thumbs up!!
Jennifer H. | April 3, 2026

Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore
★★★★★
Chris was fantastic!! Great with our kids and super flexible with kid requests. We are planning to book with him again next year
Angela K. | April 1, 2026

Trip: Reef, Wreck, And Patch Reef Trip

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